Description
This Easy Easter Cheese Ball is a delightful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Creamy and flavorful, this cheese ball is adorned with festive toppings, making it a fun and delicious addition to your table.
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions or chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt
For Coating and Decoration:
- 1/2 cup crushed pecans or chopped parsley
- Pastel-colored sprinkles or shredded cheese (optional, for decoration)
- Crackers or veggie sticks for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Shape the Cheese Ball: Form the mixture into an egg or round ball shape using clean hands or a spatula. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Coat and Serve: Roll the chilled cheese ball in crushed pecans, chopped parsley, or colored sprinkles. Place on a serving platter and serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.
Notes
- To add an Easter touch, shape the cheese ball into an egg and decorate with bell pepper strips or sliced olives.
- This cheese ball can be made a day ahead and refrigerated until serving time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
